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Santa Claus: The Movie

Original review by Top 100 Christmas Movies · Independent & ad-free

1985 - PG - 107 MINS - FAMILY

Top cast: Dudley Moore, John Lithgow

In a nutshell

The legend of Santa Claus is placed into jeopardy when an unscrupulous toy manufacturer attempts to take over Christmas.

Our review

Fond memories from childhood of this film and the perilous sleigh ride scene. This is a movie that truly looks to bring you a true meaning of Christmas.  Nowadays, toymakers have been replaced by Big Tech, and we should beware.

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